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hi ANA,
i'm very sorry to hear that you leaved dubai and that you find uae and local people, customs so different and unpleasant. it is true that nowhere is like home, i'm not sure that i can resist without mountains, snow, pine woods, people and all those beautifuls things from europe. but i also think that midle east has his charm, the bazars, the food, the desert.
i'm very sorry to hear that you leaved dubai and that you find uae and local people, customs so different and unpleasant. it is true that nowhere is like home, i'm not sure that i can resist without mountains, snow, pine woods, people and all those beautifuls things from europe. but i also think that midle east has his charm, the bazars, the food, the desert.
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midle east ( part 2 )
... places and people are so different and that's why the world is so beautiful. we have to be ready to make some compromises and to be tolerants one with others
and everything should be ok. the cabin crew job gives you the chance to see the world u dont have to stay in dubai 24/7
and everything should be ok. the cabin crew job gives you the chance to see the world u dont have to stay in dubai 24/7
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Hi everybody! It`s me again and I am still waiting fo my medicals:-) Anna you are also from Germany, me too! But I will answer some questions in English so that everybody can undesrtand! Well first of all, even before you leave for Dubai you have to know the Islamic way of life and that it is of course the main religion in Dubai. After that you can make decisions...You can drink water as a non muslim in ramadan but not just next to others, may be muslim people, who are fasting you know. And of course it is not so suitable to wear bikinis when going to the beach (this is also advised, when you also book a flight for Dubai or UAE) You have to see the things from another point of view and only if you say that you also can handle these things than you may feel better to stay in Dubai but if you are the "European Guy" as you said and you like parties, alcohol, etc. than it was the right decision to go back to Germany, es lebe Deutscgland:-) Na ja egal trotzdem dir alles gute und wem es gefällt dem gefällt es, wem nicht, eben nicht, oder??? Dir alles Gute!
Kind regards from germany to all ppruners:-)
Kind regards from germany to all ppruners:-)
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I'm REALLY jumping ahead of myself here, as I've not even been to the open day yet, but reading here, and other forums, a lot of people have had to supply written references.
All of my references are fine with verbal ones - I havent asked any to give me written ones - should I organise this, just in case - it could take a few of my references a while to prepare them, due to current locations, professions etc???
All of my references are fine with verbal ones - I havent asked any to give me written ones - should I organise this, just in case - it could take a few of my references a while to prepare them, due to current locations, professions etc???
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Hey ccat! Definitely have atleast 2 written references ready, this is an absolute requirement. I previously posted on this thread (around 3wks ago) the exact requirments of the written reference, you will find all you need to know there. 
Also AnA, I thank you for taking the time to post what your view of the UAE is like. Whenever living in any other country other than your own there are always so many different challenges, and I agree people MUST be aware of these challenges before they make such a huge decision as to moving country.
Once the 'Honeymoon period' wares off, its then that you have a true indication if you have made the right decision or not.....but it does take time and you really have to give the opportunity you have taken a fair chance.
I myself am Australian and moved to an Asian country (have been here now for nearly 3 years) and I can tell you there were (still are) many things that I dont agree with in terms of their beliefs and lifestyles, but ironically its the differences that I actually found appealing to living in another country in the first place! I have eventually found and learnt that with each negative, there is always a positive fast to follow.
I would always recomend to anyone to at least give it a shot to live in another country whist you still have the chance and the blessings to do such (as these opportunities aren't available to everyone) but on the other hand I realise that living abroad isn't for everyone, and thats ok too, I wish you best of luck AnA in your flying career
Cheers
Also AnA, I thank you for taking the time to post what your view of the UAE is like. Whenever living in any other country other than your own there are always so many different challenges, and I agree people MUST be aware of these challenges before they make such a huge decision as to moving country.
Once the 'Honeymoon period' wares off, its then that you have a true indication if you have made the right decision or not.....but it does take time and you really have to give the opportunity you have taken a fair chance.
I myself am Australian and moved to an Asian country (have been here now for nearly 3 years) and I can tell you there were (still are) many things that I dont agree with in terms of their beliefs and lifestyles, but ironically its the differences that I actually found appealing to living in another country in the first place! I have eventually found and learnt that with each negative, there is always a positive fast to follow.
I would always recomend to anyone to at least give it a shot to live in another country whist you still have the chance and the blessings to do such (as these opportunities aren't available to everyone) but on the other hand I realise that living abroad isn't for everyone, and thats ok too, I wish you best of luck AnA in your flying career
Cheers
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Thank's everyone for understanding..
Thank you all for not getting me wrong..
I wish you all the best in your careers and let all your dreams come true!
OzyOS,one more thing..there is a big difference between 'just' leaving abroad and 'leaving abroad' in Dubai!
However,I hope your dreams will come true and you will have chance to feel Dubai,and when you do that,write us your immpresions about UAE on this forum.
All the best,
Ana
I wish you all the best in your careers and let all your dreams come true!
OzyOS,one more thing..there is a big difference between 'just' leaving abroad and 'leaving abroad' in Dubai!
However,I hope your dreams will come true and you will have chance to feel Dubai,and when you do that,write us your immpresions about UAE on this forum.
All the best,
Ana
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Hey AnA, what i was trying to say in my previous post was that all countries and nationalities have their positives and negatives that we experience, this includes Dubai as well. Gosh if I was to list all the things that I didnt agree with here in Asia, I think a lot of people would be quite shocked!
There is always a massive adjustment process that you go through when moving to any country. I definitely discovered this when I moved to Asia, I felt like i was on a huge rollercoaster! It took me over 1 year to feel comfortable here...it really does take a lot of patience and tollerance.
I completely understand and respect your decision to return home. You looked after youself and knew Dubai and Emirates weren't for you. Your decision was far healthier than 'sticking it out' if you truely knew in your heart that it wasnt going to work. If anything, its really nice when you have a new found appreciation for your own country and its unique beauty!
All the best with your future endeavours
There is always a massive adjustment process that you go through when moving to any country. I definitely discovered this when I moved to Asia, I felt like i was on a huge rollercoaster! It took me over 1 year to feel comfortable here...it really does take a lot of patience and tollerance.
I completely understand and respect your decision to return home. You looked after youself and knew Dubai and Emirates weren't for you. Your decision was far healthier than 'sticking it out' if you truely knew in your heart that it wasnt going to work. If anything, its really nice when you have a new found appreciation for your own country and its unique beauty!
All the best with your future endeavours
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My view of Dubai
Hi,
I have been in Dubai for 6 months now and I would like to give you my view of Dubai!
I am from Australia. In Aus I worked for a Qantas as a MAM casual. This was a really great job but for me after two years I was bored with domestic flying I wanted more international flights. I had done some international flying with Qantas to Hong Kong, Manila and Singapore, Japan, NZ and I loved it! When I heard from a friend that Emirates was recruiting I signed up. It felt like at the time it was the perfect thing to do.
One month later I was in Dubai. On landing I was thinking what have I done. From near the airport all I could see were these tiny white houses with sand everywhere. When I got to my accom I found out that a girl from melbourne was moving into a 3 bedroom apartment with me. In the afternoon we took a taxi to Mall of Emirates and that was great. Once there I was so excited. The next day was training. Having gone through training with another airline before I was not as stressed as others so I found the training fun!
I have been here for 6 months now and when I go on a layover and I am landing back into Dubai it feels like I am coming back home.
I came over here at the end of June and it was about 40'c plus everyday. This for me hasn't really been a problem. Everything is airconditioned so you wil only have to walk outside for a bit to find a taxi. On the beach you can wear your bikini, no problem. Some of the local guys look at you but if you can ignore it and not let it get to you you won't have a problem.
I think that dubai is a beautiful place. When I look out my window I can see palm trees a mosque and Sheike Zayed Rd in the distance. At first when I heard the prayers over the speakers calling them to prayer I was a bit shocked but no I think it is nice and I don't even notice it anymore.
I was here during Ramadan. Most crew take leave during this time. MOst of the bars are closed. A couple are still open so you can go out for a drink or if you have your alcohol licence have a drink at home. There are a lot of house parties. Or take it as a month off from partying.
During this month you will have to cover up. eg T'shirt sleaves instead of singlets. No short shorts. so they at least are near your knees. No drinking, eating in public. I went to the mall and I was thinking that everthing would be shut in the foodcourt but there were still some take-aways open they just had a cover near tem so you were covered from the public. Plus they will deliver everthing and anything in Dubai so you can get food delivered. If you want to be completly lazy you can call your local supermarket and they will deliver your milk and bread, no charge.
Once the sun goes down everything is open so you can go out for dinner then and everything is really busy. Dubai is a muslim country so you have to respect their religion. If you have foreigners moving to live in your country you would respect them to respect your cultures so it goes both ways.
I have not had a problem with the locals. Some of the taxi drivers are really funny and love having a chat. Everyone is willing to help you. Yeah I guess sometimes they look at you when you are walking but just ignore it. There is no use making a deal of it.
I say come to Dubai, The flying is great. I love living in Dubai and if it doesn't go well with you, you can always leave. Before I came I read everything about Dubai. So search the internet. A great book is the residence guide to Dubai by Lonley planet. It has everthing in there and is very useful.
If you just want to fly maybe fly for an airline in your country but if you want to fly all over the world, meet new people and have great experiences come to Dubai!!!
Letsfly
I have been in Dubai for 6 months now and I would like to give you my view of Dubai!
I am from Australia. In Aus I worked for a Qantas as a MAM casual. This was a really great job but for me after two years I was bored with domestic flying I wanted more international flights. I had done some international flying with Qantas to Hong Kong, Manila and Singapore, Japan, NZ and I loved it! When I heard from a friend that Emirates was recruiting I signed up. It felt like at the time it was the perfect thing to do.
One month later I was in Dubai. On landing I was thinking what have I done. From near the airport all I could see were these tiny white houses with sand everywhere. When I got to my accom I found out that a girl from melbourne was moving into a 3 bedroom apartment with me. In the afternoon we took a taxi to Mall of Emirates and that was great. Once there I was so excited. The next day was training. Having gone through training with another airline before I was not as stressed as others so I found the training fun!
I have been here for 6 months now and when I go on a layover and I am landing back into Dubai it feels like I am coming back home.
I came over here at the end of June and it was about 40'c plus everyday. This for me hasn't really been a problem. Everything is airconditioned so you wil only have to walk outside for a bit to find a taxi. On the beach you can wear your bikini, no problem. Some of the local guys look at you but if you can ignore it and not let it get to you you won't have a problem.
I think that dubai is a beautiful place. When I look out my window I can see palm trees a mosque and Sheike Zayed Rd in the distance. At first when I heard the prayers over the speakers calling them to prayer I was a bit shocked but no I think it is nice and I don't even notice it anymore.
I was here during Ramadan. Most crew take leave during this time. MOst of the bars are closed. A couple are still open so you can go out for a drink or if you have your alcohol licence have a drink at home. There are a lot of house parties. Or take it as a month off from partying.
During this month you will have to cover up. eg T'shirt sleaves instead of singlets. No short shorts. so they at least are near your knees. No drinking, eating in public. I went to the mall and I was thinking that everthing would be shut in the foodcourt but there were still some take-aways open they just had a cover near tem so you were covered from the public. Plus they will deliver everthing and anything in Dubai so you can get food delivered. If you want to be completly lazy you can call your local supermarket and they will deliver your milk and bread, no charge.
Once the sun goes down everything is open so you can go out for dinner then and everything is really busy. Dubai is a muslim country so you have to respect their religion. If you have foreigners moving to live in your country you would respect them to respect your cultures so it goes both ways.
I have not had a problem with the locals. Some of the taxi drivers are really funny and love having a chat. Everyone is willing to help you. Yeah I guess sometimes they look at you when you are walking but just ignore it. There is no use making a deal of it.
I say come to Dubai, The flying is great. I love living in Dubai and if it doesn't go well with you, you can always leave. Before I came I read everything about Dubai. So search the internet. A great book is the residence guide to Dubai by Lonley planet. It has everthing in there and is very useful.
If you just want to fly maybe fly for an airline in your country but if you want to fly all over the world, meet new people and have great experiences come to Dubai!!!
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Actually AnA, just noticed your date of joining was 13th Oct (last month!). Personally I dont believe that under 1 month is even close to enough time to give EK and Dubai a fair chance to show you its better aspects, especially since you arrived during ramadan! (would have made your arrival that much more stressful) Like I had posted before, these things truely take time. Its a shame because you seemed so excited/positive towards your new adventure and had gone to alot of effort to secure the job (incld. medicals & costs etc) also not to forget the effort to move as well. Guess we all make big decisions at different paces. Good knowing that you are happy now though.
Letsfly, thanks for your post, its good to hear another side of the coin
Letsfly, thanks for your post, its good to hear another side of the coin
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hi all,
as I mentioned before, my daughter has been in Dubai since Sep 8th. She was there all through ramadan, in fact it took up most of her training. They never stopped her eating during the day, but asked them not to eat in front of the people who were fasting, which to me is quite acceptable! She didn't mind the heat, being from england, she was quite happy to get in the heat! I have spoke to her alot, and know it's took a while for her to settle in, but I know she is a lot happier now she has moved into her permanant accomodation, with a lovely girl who she shares with. Also alot of the friends she made during training have also moved in, so that helps. She wasn't sure about Dubai when she first landed, and even now it still gets her down now and then( attitude of some of the men) but she is the sort of girl who can handle it! I don't think she would have missed this experience for anybody, and was sort of prepared for the differences between england and dubai(although you can never be 100% prepared), before she left.
Obviously, as I said before, it isn't for everyone, and if you are truely unhappy then it's best to cut your losses and go home.
What ever anyone chooses to do, I wish you all the best of luck, whether in Dubai, or at home!
Mother hen.
as I mentioned before, my daughter has been in Dubai since Sep 8th. She was there all through ramadan, in fact it took up most of her training. They never stopped her eating during the day, but asked them not to eat in front of the people who were fasting, which to me is quite acceptable! She didn't mind the heat, being from england, she was quite happy to get in the heat! I have spoke to her alot, and know it's took a while for her to settle in, but I know she is a lot happier now she has moved into her permanant accomodation, with a lovely girl who she shares with. Also alot of the friends she made during training have also moved in, so that helps. She wasn't sure about Dubai when she first landed, and even now it still gets her down now and then( attitude of some of the men) but she is the sort of girl who can handle it! I don't think she would have missed this experience for anybody, and was sort of prepared for the differences between england and dubai(although you can never be 100% prepared), before she left.
Obviously, as I said before, it isn't for everyone, and if you are truely unhappy then it's best to cut your losses and go home.
What ever anyone chooses to do, I wish you all the best of luck, whether in Dubai, or at home!
Mother hen.
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Setting Up in Dubai
Hi everyone,
Can someone give me advice...I am arriving in Dubai as a new emirates recruit and have that one day before I start training. Do i need this day to set up bank accounts and get a phone and laptop etc...or do Emirates assist us with this in our training ? Also is the weekend Thursday/Friday in Dubai or Friday/ Saturday....I have had heard both and wanted soem clarification.
Thanks Letsfly for your view of Dubai, it has made me feel alot happier as i have started gettign nervous as my departure date is less then 6 weeks away ! I too am from Australia. I am nervous about setting up the bank accounts and a mobile phone etc ??
ps: letsfly - I am goign to the shopd today to see if I cna find that book ! hopefully I can , however like you I have ben researching Dubai on the net like mad So i fairly aware of alot of things about it now. :d
very excited
Emirates_girl
Can someone give me advice...I am arriving in Dubai as a new emirates recruit and have that one day before I start training. Do i need this day to set up bank accounts and get a phone and laptop etc...or do Emirates assist us with this in our training ? Also is the weekend Thursday/Friday in Dubai or Friday/ Saturday....I have had heard both and wanted soem clarification.
Thanks Letsfly for your view of Dubai, it has made me feel alot happier as i have started gettign nervous as my departure date is less then 6 weeks away ! I too am from Australia. I am nervous about setting up the bank accounts and a mobile phone etc ??
ps: letsfly - I am goign to the shopd today to see if I cna find that book ! hopefully I can , however like you I have ben researching Dubai on the net like mad So i fairly aware of alot of things about it now. :d
very excited
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Everything that letsfly said in their post, is very much the same for me as well. (Well, apart from working for Qantas - I didn't fly before EK). Ramadan isn't as frightening as some people made it out to be. Yes you shouldn't eat/drink in public (and yes you can go to jail for it) but if you're not on leave you're flying on layovers anyway where you can party your heart out if you really wanted.
On a personal level, having been here during Ramadan just gave me a better idea of the Muslim crew and passengers, you think of why they fast, and have a better respect for them.
emirates_girl, they provide you with a landline phone, and a sim card can wait a few days. There's heaps of places that have them, just look out for Carrefour! Bank accounts you can put off for a month if you wanted. The advance they give you on the induction day is paid in cash, and so is the first paycheck if you haven't set up an account by then. They give you an information sheet as to what you can get on a temporary residence visa and what not. There's plenty of people to ask for help whilst in training so don't stress too much :-)
Good guide books to Dubai include the Lonely Planet guide, as well as the Dubai Explorer. The LP guide you can get anywhere, but the Dubai Explorer is only available at the big bookstores in Dubai, but very very handy. Got me through my first 3 months here, and it's been almost a year here now in Dubai!
Good Luck everyone ;-)
On a personal level, having been here during Ramadan just gave me a better idea of the Muslim crew and passengers, you think of why they fast, and have a better respect for them.
emirates_girl, they provide you with a landline phone, and a sim card can wait a few days. There's heaps of places that have them, just look out for Carrefour! Bank accounts you can put off for a month if you wanted. The advance they give you on the induction day is paid in cash, and so is the first paycheck if you haven't set up an account by then. They give you an information sheet as to what you can get on a temporary residence visa and what not. There's plenty of people to ask for help whilst in training so don't stress too much :-)
Good guide books to Dubai include the Lonely Planet guide, as well as the Dubai Explorer. The LP guide you can get anywhere, but the Dubai Explorer is only available at the big bookstores in Dubai, but very very handy. Got me through my first 3 months here, and it's been almost a year here now in Dubai!
Good Luck everyone ;-)
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Hi Xinni, regarding your references I would assume that a reference from your school would be ok if you are fresh out of school and have only ever held one job? If you are still concerned might be best to give EK a buzz or shoot them an email to get the exact answer. If you havent attended the interviews as of yet, just ask your recruiters this question on the day.
Best of luck
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Finally.......
hi all! well I have finally recieved my ticket etc for departure on the 17th . It was beginning to get quite funny as my friends were starting to believe that I had made the whole thing up just to continue having farewell parties!! (for the record, I ended up having three...hilarious as I kept getting new start dates)......nice to know its all happening now
. It was beginning to get quite funny as my friends were starting to believe that I had made the whole thing up just to continue having farewell parties!! (for the record, I ended up having three...hilarious as I kept getting new start dates)......nice to know its all happening now
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Hi there Ozy OS!!!
Awesome to hear that you have rcvd your tickets...... its finally happening. I am due to fly 15th December, a little anxious, no really ready, but oh well, here goes nothing. Just a question, do you know how much weight you are allowed to take, when flying to Dubai????Have emirates given any indication as to weather we are allowed to exceed the 20kgs allocated to passengers???
Other then that congrats, keep in touch while you are over there, and no doubt we will have to meet up once I get there!!! Take care
Awesome to hear that you have rcvd your tickets......
its finally happening. I am due to fly 15th December, a little anxious, no really ready, but oh well, here goes nothing. Just a question, do you know how much weight you are allowed to take, when flying to Dubai????Have emirates given any indication as to weather we are allowed to exceed the 20kgs allocated to passengers???Other then that congrats, keep in touch while you are over there, and no doubt we will have to meet up once I get there!!! Take care
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Hey FIEVAL! Great to hear form you! I know what you mean by not feeling ready......dont think we ever do Emirates allow you up to 50 kilos check in when you depart (but each bag can not exceed 32 kilo's)....should be enough to pack all those lovely comforts form home!
Cheers
Emirates allow you up to 50 kilos check in when you depart (but each bag can not exceed 32 kilo's)....should be enough to pack all those lovely comforts form home!Cheers
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baggage allowance
Hi all,
re: baggage allowance, ek do allow 50kg, although when my daughter left her two bags came to 67kg! They did let her take them but this was from BHX, so not sure about other airports. The lady at check in did telephone and ask though, don't know what we'd have done if they'd said no!!!!
re: baggage allowance, ek do allow 50kg, although when my daughter left her two bags came to 67kg! They did let her take them but this was from BHX, so not sure about other airports. The lady at check in did telephone and ask though, don't know what we'd have done if they'd said no!!!!
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Gosh Mother Hen, I know what your talking about! Its great that EK looked after your daughter so well ,otherwise $$$$$. Usually the tollerance level of the airline depends firstly on your check-in staff at the time, basically if they are the type of person to help out and bend the rules a little or not, so thats the first wall to jump, next is how heavy the flight is, this depends on how many pax they are carrying, fuel and weight in the cargo-hold. Weather also comes into the loading as well, depending on the expectant weather (en-route and on arrival) will determined if extra fuel needs to be placed on for holding pattern, diverts etc. Load Control and Dispatch control these issues.
Your daughter would be well into her flying now, and Im sure she is loving it
I mostly wanted to put this info in for anyone who didnt understand the reasons behind baggge restrictions and was basically curious???
Thank you to flyoneday as well for your warm wishes....hope everyone has a smooth transition!
Cheers
Your daughter would be well into her flying now, and Im sure she is loving it
I mostly wanted to put this info in for anyone who didnt understand the reasons behind baggge restrictions and was basically curious???
Thank you to flyoneday as well for your warm wishes....hope everyone has a smooth transition!
Cheers